Project Assistant

Find out how to become a project assistant in the project management sector. Discover information on salary, growth, stability and occupational expectations.

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The current average salary of an
Project Assistant
is $55,000 - 78,000 annually

Overview

A project assistant works alongside a project manager to effectively guide their team and achieve product/service goals. Employment for this role is expected to grow moderately to 2022, from 113,300 workers in 2017 to 121,700 by 2022. 109,000 job openings are expected over this time from workers leaving and new jobs being created.

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Quick facts

Project assistants work in most industries, with most working full-time. Here are a few key facts on the role of a project assistant.

Outlook

Average Hours Worked

37.4 full-time hours per week vs. all jobs average of 40 hours

*Source

Main Industries

Public administration and safety; professional, scientific and technical services; and health care and social assistance

Average qualification level

24.8% Bachelor degree

* All information on this page has been complied using figures from payscale.com.au and the Australian Government's joboutlook.gov.au - all figures are indications only, and are accurate at time of publication. Please do your own research before selecting a course or career.

Study pathways

Get the skills you need to find work as a project assistant by studying these project management courses below.